JAS 39 Gripen vs Su-34 Fullback

The JAS 39 Gripen and the Su-34 Fullback are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,100 km/h for the JAS 39 Gripen vs 2,120 km/h for the Su-34 Fullback. The JAS 39 Gripen has an operational range of 805 km vs 4,000 km for the Su-34 Fullback. The JAS 39 Gripen operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 15,000 m for the Su-34 Fullback. At 45,000 kg MTOW, the Su-34 Fullback is 3.2x the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg. The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in 300 units vs 155 for the Su-34 Fullback. Unit cost is $85M for the JAS 39 Gripen vs $36M for the Su-34 Fullback. The JAS 39 Gripen first flew 2 years before the Su-34 Fullback (1988 vs 1990).

Swedish multirole fighter, developed during the Cold War, widely deployed in NATO operations and diverse global air forces.
Saab JAS 39 Gripen Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇸🇪 Sweden
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Saab
First flight 9 December 1988
Year introduced 1996
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $85 million
Russian strike fighter, known for action in Syrian Civil War, optimized for all-weather, precision ground-attack and aerial combat roles.
Sukhoi Su-34 Fullback Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer Sukhoi
First flight 13 April 1990
Year introduced 1997
Number produced 155 units
Average unit price $36 million
Wing area 30.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.4 m â—‰
Height 4.5 m â—‰
Length 14.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2100 km/h â—‰
Operational range 805 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 14,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,800 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 5,507 kgf â—‰
Wing area 52.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.7 m â—‰
Height 6.4 m â—‰
Length 23.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2120 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 20,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 12,500 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is faster with a maximum speed of 2,120 km/h compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 2,100 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 805 km.
Which can fly higher, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,000 kg compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg.
Which is larger, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen is more expensive at approximately $85 million per unit compared to the Su-34 Fullback at $36 million.
Which entered service first, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen entered service first in 1996, 1 years before the Su-34 Fullback which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 155 units of the Su-34 Fullback.